RACF fix OA38745 required for distributed identify logging

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Abstract

WebSphere Application Server for z/OS V8.0 users who use distributed identity mapping should install the RACF fix for OA38745 to ensure complete auditing field generation,

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Versions affected:

The distributed identity mapping function is new in WebSphere Application Server Version 8.0. Previous versions of WebSphere Application Server for z/OS are not affected.

Problem description: The problem described in RACF APAR OA38745 can lead to a situation in which distributed identity values are missing or incorrect in SMF type 80 records for Insufficient Authority (INSAUTH) when the distributed identity mapping function is used..

Solution: WebSphere Application Server users who use the distributed identity mapping function should apply the fix for APAR OA38745 to ensure that these fields are completely and correctly filled in.